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 Program Name: Rainforest Conservation in Peru
Organization: Projects Abroad
About Projects Abroad: Projects Abroad was founded in 1992 when Dr. Peter Slowe, a university professor, realized the need for international programs that involve travelling and working abroad at the same time. A couple of his students approached him with an idea of spending a gap year in Eastern Europe. Knowing some colleagues in Romania, Dr. Peter Slowe set up a teaching English program for his students which gave a jump start to Projects Abroad.
Student by student Projects Abroad began sending participants on Teach English Abroad programs in Eastern Europe. Realizing the need for international volunteers in developing countries, Projects Abroad began growing and expanding its programs to many other countries all over the world. In addition to volunteer programs, Project Abroad now offers international internships as well.
Whether you are 16 or 75, a high school student or a retired professional, volunteering overseas is something that will change your life forever. No matter what your background or age is, Projects Abroad will find the right volunteer or internship abroad program for you!
Highlights: When you travel to the Amazonian rainforest in Peru you will have an opportunity to participate in many different kinds of projects. You and other volunteers will work to promote conservation and sustainability through a variety of tasks, including the following:
- Wildlife project: You will gather animals that are kept illegally as pets and releasing them back into the wild
- Pilot farm: This farm experiments with different techniques to help create a sustainable model for local communities.
- Mahogany plantation: Mahogany is a valuable resource for local communities, but is becoming increasingly sparse. The plantation helps to replenish this dwindling resource.
- Trail maintenance: Volunteers stay vigilant to stop poachers from entering the reserve.
While in the midst of this valuable volunteer work abroad, you will, of course, be discovering the beautiful expanse of the legendary rainforest and reveling in its grandeur. Don’t miss this experience of a lifetime!
Requirements and Qualifications: No requirements or qualifications necessary, just a desire to help and an open mind
Experience: None
Languages: English
Age: 16 and up
Restrictions: None
Pay/Compensation: None
Cost: Please visit our website
Cost Included:
- Accommodation
- Food
- Airport pick up and drop off
- Full travel insurance
- Medical insurance
- In-country induction with a staff member upon arrival
- 24 hour back-up and Support from staff at home and abroad
- Personalized MyProjectsAbroad page
- Pre-departure support from desk officer by email and phone
- Visa support (if applicable)
Cost not included:
- Airfare, though can be booked through Projects Abroad
- Visa fees (if applicable)
- In-country personal expenses
Living Specifications: Shared accommodations
Other Projects Abroad Programs:
Diving and Marine Conservation Volunteer Work in Cambodia
African Savannah Conservation
Community Volunteer Program in Peru
Inca Volunteer Project in Peru
Rainforest Conservation Program in Peru
Learn Spanish Abroad in Peru
Marine Mammal Conservation in Mozambique
To receive more information about this program please fill out "Request More Info" form.
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